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Birria Tacos

Beef Birria Tacos

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Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of beef birria tacos, a perfect combination of tender, slow-cooked beef and melty cheese encased in crispy tortillas. These tacos are not just a meal; they offer an experience with every bite, especially when paired with a flavorful consommé dipping sauce. Ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings, this easy-to-follow recipe transforms taco night into something extraordinary. Whether you enjoy them plain or loaded with toppings like fresh cilantro and diced onions, birria tacos are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.

  • Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 pounds beef chuck roast
  • 10 guajillo chiles
  • 5 ancho chilies
  • 3 arbol chilies
  • 2 Roma tomatoes
  • 1 white onion
  • 6 garlic cloves
  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • Corn tortillas or cassava flour tortillas
  • Oaxacan cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chiles by removing stems and seeds, then boil in water for about 10 minutes until softened.
  2. In a blender, combine softened chiles, tomatoes, onion, garlic, beef broth, vinegar, and spices. Blend until smooth.
  3. Place beef chunks in a slow cooker or Dutch oven and pour the blended sauce over them. Cook on low for about 8 hours until tender.
  4. Shred the beef using forks once cooked. Warm tortillas in a pan, fill with shredded beef and Oaxacan cheese, then fold.
  5. Serve hot with the cooking liquid as dipping sauce.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos (180g)
  • Calories: 540
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg